Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist RumSpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryHavana ClubSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£600£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £600.

For beginners: Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£600 vs £599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£599.95 vs £600)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Havana?

Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Only Havana Club Tributo 2018 Rum Single Modernist Rum

FragantCitricFresh FruitVanilla

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryToastedMedicinal

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